DIFAEM-EPN Minilab Network News 1 / May 2024 In this edition of Minilab newsletter, the Minilab network brings to your attention recently identified substandard and falsified medicines, using the GPHF Minilab. Note that these products are harmful for patients and must not be used. In case you encounter one of these products, immediately remove it […]
Are you passionate about global health and healthcare access? Do you have innovative research or projects to share with a diverse community of experts? EPN invites you to submit abstracts for the upcoming Biennial Forum 2024. This year’s theme: “Accelerating access to quality healthcare for all: Bridging the last mile.” We are seeking innovative health […]
Exciting News! We are pleased to announce that EPN has entered into a partnership with BEGECA gGmbH, a leading organization from Germany, with an extensive expertise in logistics, procurement and consulting for the global south. The joint partnership has been formed with the aim of strengthening EPNs Supply chain (SC) and Quality Assurance (QA) activities. […]
According World Health Organization (WHO), there were estimated 247 million new cases of malaria in 2021 compared to 245 million in 2020. There were also estimated 619 000 lives lost in 2020, with 96% of these deaths occurring in Africa region. Inequalities that hinder progress towards a malaria-free world Despite the universal right to quality […]
This is an invitation to register and attend a Webinar on ‘‘Embracing Upskilling for Sustainable Capacity Development”. The webinar will take place on Thursday, May 16 2024, 3:00 pm-5: 00pm (EAT), 2:00pm-4:00 pm (CAT), 2:00 pm-4:00pm (CET) 1:00 pm-3:00 pm (WAT) Please use the link here https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUqcOivrz4uHNcj4MeWNscCTFCxbuvk3mib to register Member Health Facilities are also encouraged to attend.
EPN has recently entered into a Memorandum of Understanding with ECSA – HC, a diplomatic regional intergovernmental organisation that fosters and promotes regional cooperation in health among member states with the mutual goal of improving the health status ofpeople in Africa. Both organisations’ mapped out areas of convergence in health, include strengthening health systems, promoting […]
EPN Executive Director’s address at MEDS Suppliers conference MEDS is one of the leading supply chain organization within the EPN Network. Procurement best practices require that a DSO establish transparent tender processes, a comprehensive suppliers’ performance evaluation system, and a trusted relationship with prequalified suppliers through regular communication. It is in this perspective that MEDS […]
On behalf of the EPN Secretariat, I would like to welcome you in commemorating the self-giving and death of Christ. We have almost concluded the lenten season and begin our celebration of his resurrection. Serving the church and church health systems is a calling and a path that each one of us has chosen. It […]
EPN successfully held a webinar on: ”Innovative Solutions for Quality Assurance: Leveraging the capabilities of Minilab Standard and Falsified Detection” Webinar on Thursday 22 February, 2024. Over 100 participants from 37 Francophone, Lusophone and Anglophone countries including National Regulatory Authorities, National Quality Control Laboratories and Food and Drug Administration representatives participated in the Webinar. There was […]
EPN recognizes the significance of engaging human rights and humanitarian actors in their work in the promotion and access of healthcare and pharmaceutical services in order to raise awareness in key health issues i.e. future pandemic preparedness and emergency response. In mid-March, EPN’s Advocacy and Policy advisor Rev. Jane Nganga participated at a consultative meeting […]
